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Can I purchase a cremation casket from
Eternity International instead of using the mortuary's product.
Yes. It stipulates clearly in the consumer guide, issued
by the Federal Trade Commission, (toll free #877-382-4357, website:
http://www.ftc.gov)
that this can be done. The consumer has the right (which is
protected by law), to furnish their own casket and the mortuary
is required to accept AVCC and provide the rest of the
funeral services.
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Due
to grieving for the loss of a loved one, what can I do if I can't
handle the assembly?
The church, mortuary, relatives or closed friends can assist in
the assembly.
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Will
I be able to assemble the casket myself?
Yes, we have specifically designed our caskets for easy assembly.
All you need to do is follow the instructions, fold up each piece
of corrugate cardboard by hands. You will feel proud and solace
when an assembly is finished. This elaborated product is very
practical and meaningful to the family(ies) and deceased.
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How
can I coordinate with the mortuary for delivery of the casket?
After choosing your mortuary, it is appropriate to have a meeting
with the funeral director to make the final arrangements.
During this meeting, let him/her know that you've already purchased
the casket and that it needs to be delivered.
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After
assembly of the casket, how can I transport it to the mortuary?
You will first assemble the two lids. Leave the bottom of
the casket in the original folded shape. The dimensions
are 50-3/4"L x 32-1/2"W and will fit easily in a compact
car. The final assembly can be done quickly after delivery
to the mortuary.
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Other
than cost savings, what is the difference in using the AVCC compared
with the mortuary's rental casket?
By using AVCC, unlike the rental casket, your loved one need not
be moved again at crematory.
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Could the family place the deceased's favorite
article(s) into the AVCC?
Yes you can. Notify the funeral director in advance.
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What
is the maximum height of a deceased that the AVCC will accommodate.
The maximum height is 6'8".
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If I choose to use an AVCC for a direct
cremation service, how do I know that the AVCC is being used for
that?
Choose a reputable mortuary and request a photo of the deceased
in the casket with upper lid open.
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Can
I order a flower arrangement for the top of the casket?
Yes. Notify your florist if it is an open or closed casket
service and the Funeral Director will take care of the flower
arrangement.
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Is
a casket needed for cremation?
No, most states required an alternative container constructed
of wood or cardboard which is cremated with the body. In
some states, no container is required.
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Is
embalming required prior to cremation?
Absolutely not. It is against the law for a funeral home to tell
you otherwise.
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Can
the body be viewed without embalming?
Yes. Most cremation providers allow family members to view the
deceased prior to cremation.
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Can
the family witness the cremation?
Yes. In many cases, cremation providers will allow family members
to be present.
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How
long does the actual cremation take?
It depends
on the weight of the individual. Average time is about two hours. |
